About Starbucks Coffee Company

Starbucks Coffee Company is the world's leading coffeehouse chain, renowned for crafting the finest coffee and creating meaningful connections one cup at a time. With thousands of stores across the globe, Starbucks has built a legacy of excellence in the coffee industry, emphasizing quality beans, innovative beverages, and exceptional customer service. In Fairfield, California, our Store# 48600 at Travis & Holiday embodies this mission, offering a welcoming space where baristas brighten days through personalized interactions and perfectly prepared drinks. As a Barista, you'll join a team passionate about fostering community and delivering premium experiences in a dynamic retail environment.

Role Overview

The Barista role at Starbucks in Fairfield, California, is an entry-level opportunity perfect for those who thrive in fast-paced settings and enjoy engaging with people. No prior experience is required, making it ideal for career starters or those seeking flexible work. Baristas are the heart of the store, responsible for crafting beverages, serving food, and creating moments that matter. With flexible hours including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays, this position offers a chance to grow within a supportive team while enjoying industry-leading benefits from day one.

Key Responsibilities

As a Barista at Starbucks Store# 48600, your daily duties focus on delivering outstanding service and maintaining high standards. Key responsibilities include:

• Engaging with customers through clear, pleasant communication to discover and respond to their needs, such as remembering favorite orders.
• Preparing high-quality food and beverages according to standard recipes or customized requests, including adjustments for temperature, ingredients, or substitutions.
• Handling cash transactions accurately while adhering to store safety, security, and operating policies.
• Performing a variety of tasks during each shift, from restocking to cleaning, ensuring a seamless operation.
• Maintaining regular attendance and punctuality to support team reliability.

These tasks create a dynamic role where every shift brings opportunities to make a positive impact.

Qualifications & Requirements

Starbucks seeks enthusiastic individuals ready to learn and contribute. Basic qualifications include availability for flexible hours, consistent attendance, and the ability to meet store standards with or without reasonable accommodations. Required knowledge, skills, and abilities encompass:

• Ability to learn quickly and follow oral/written instructions, requesting clarification as needed.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the capacity to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Building genuine relationships with customers and colleagues.
• Comfort in a fast-paced environment with multitasking demands.

Starbucks is committed to equal opportunity employment, considering all qualified applicants regardless of background, and provides reasonable accommodations for disabilities.

Benefits & Perks

Starbucks invests in its partners with comprehensive benefits that set us apart in the retail and food sector. As a Barista, you and your family gain access to medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term/long-term disability, and paid parental leave. Enjoy paid vacation accruing up to 64 hours annually in California, sick time, and holiday pay. Financial perks include a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, Bean Stock equity program, incentivized emergency savings, and stock purchase discounts via S.I.P.

Educational support is unparalleled with 100% upfront tuition coverage for a first-time bachelor's degree through Arizona State University's online program, plus student loan resources and DACA reimbursement. Daily perks like free coffee markouts and Spotify Premium add joy to your shifts, alongside backup care and financial well-being tools. Visit starbucksbenefits.com for full details, noting variations by location and bargaining agreements.

Career Growth at Starbucks

Starbucks is dedicated to your professional development, offering empowered experiences from day one. Baristas often advance to shift supervisor, assistant store manager, and beyond, with training programs tailored to your growth journey. Our culture promotes internal mobility, skill-building workshops, and leadership opportunities, ensuring long-term career success in the coffee industry.

Why Join Starbucks

Joining Starbucks as a Barista in Fairfield means more than a job—it's a chance to be part of a global brand that values people, community, and innovation. Enjoy a premium work environment with competitive estimated pay, unbeatable benefits like Bean Stock and ASU tuition coverage, and the satisfaction of creating joyful moments. In California, benefit from enhanced leave policies and a supportive culture. Starbucks' commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion ensures every partner thrives.

Role FAQs

Is experience required for the Barista role?

No, no previous experience is needed—Starbucks provides training for all new partners.

What shifts can I expect?

Flexible hours including early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays, based on store needs.

What benefits are available immediately?

Eligible partners access insurance, paid time off after introductory periods, free coffee markouts, Spotify Premium, and tuition coverage.

How does Starbucks support career advancement?

Through developmental programs, 401(k) match, Bean Stock, and paths to management roles.

Is this a full-time position?

Employment type varies, but opportunities for full-time schedules are available with corresponding benefits.

Compensation starts at the entry range based on location, with individual factors considered. Starbucks complies with all state laws, including California's enhanced benefits.